rapturous

Example Sentences

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At the end of “Missa Solemnis,” the reaction was a respectful standing ovation, unlike the de rigueur rapturous reception he always earns with Beethoven.

From Los Angeles Times

Fennell’s “Wuthering Heights” is a soaring, achingly romantic tribute to the rapturous feeling of reading a great book, tearing through every page in a single afternoon.

From Salon

There was rapturous applause and tears as Rachel's family discovered their much loved sister, friend and mum is coming home a winner.

From BBC

In the Saudi capital Riyadh in May, we watched how his major speech on his first foreign trip of his second term met a rapturous reception.

From BBC

He was given a rapturous reception when he emerged to the sound of The Stone Roses' iconic track 'I Am the Resurrection' and he left the arena to even bigger roars.

From BBC